Beltronics 940 User Manual

VECTOR 960VECTOR 960VECTOR 940VECTOR 940THE NEXT GENERATION IN DIGITAL PERFORMANCETHE NEXT GENERATION IN DIGITAL PERFORMANCEOperating InstructionsMOTO

9AUD (Auto-Mute/Volume Control) ButtonManual Muting of Audio Alerts (Radar and SWS™)Whether Auto-Mute is selected on or off in Selectable Features, th

false signals which are shared with traffic Radar on X and K Bands such as door openers and security systems. AutoScan™is a “no-fuss” means of achievi

Description of Selectable FeaturesThere are a total of 11 Driver Selectable Features for VECTOR 960 and 9 Driver Selectable Features for VECTOR 940. T

Feature 1 – AutoMute On or OffWith “AAmm uu tt ee oo nn”, y our unit will provide several X, K or Super Wideband Ka audio alerts followed by the Dig

Feature 4 – Safety Warning System®Voice or Tone(Model V960)When “SSWWSSvv oo ii cc ee ” is selected, unit will provideDigital Voice announcements whe

Entering Selectable Features Mode1. With the unit OFF, press and hold the PWR and CTYbuttons simultaneously. The word “FFEEAATTUURREESS” willappear in

1. Consider occupant safety when selecting a mountinglocation. Choose a location where the unit will not behazardous in case of an accident.2. For o

5. To adjust the angle of the bracket, squeeze and hold thecircular “buttons” on the sidesof the bracket; this will allow you to angle the bracket to

Understanding Radar, Laser and SWS™Three Radar FrequenciesThree microwave frequencies have been allocated bythe FCC (Federal Communications Commission

Safety Warning System®(SWS™)—What is it?The Radio Association Defending Airwave Rights, Inc.(R.A.D.A.R.) conceived and developed the SafetyWarning Sys

CONGRATULATIONS!SOFTWARE UPGRADABLESHADOW TECHNOLOGY®IIThank you for purchasing one of BEL’s VECTOR SERIESRadar/Laser/Safety Detectors. BEL’s VECTOR S

alert coupled with simultaneous identification of the Radar band (X, K or Ka) and signal strength in the Text Display. The number of bar graph segment

3. Stationary Radar concealed by the crest of a hill aimed in your directionRadar signals travel in a straight line and do not passthrough earth. Cons

Instant-On/Pulsed RadarThis type of signal appears suddenly when a Radarunit is “triggered”. The instant-on alert consists of anintense, three second

22greater the displacement of the beam and the shorter the dwell time of the beam at the target point. Therefore, there is the possibility of receivin

Abbreviated SWS™Category Words“HHww yy WWoo rr kk”confirms Highway Construction/Maintenance(messages 1–11)“HHaa zz dd ZZoo nn ee”confirms Highway Haza

Performance VerificationConditions that Affect Radar AlertsIf you feel your unit is not alerting properly, keep inmind that there are many conditions

TroubleshootingSolutions for Common ProblemsIf your unit is not operating properly, please refer to the outline below.Problem Possible Cause Correctiv

If you experience a problem with your unit that isnot covered in this outline please call, Monday toFriday, 8:30 am–4:30 pm EST, for assistance: 1-800

6. BELTRONICS will in no event be liable for anyconsequential, incidental, indirect or special damages(including, but not limited to, lost profits) ar

3. Enclose with your unit the following information: (a) Your name, complete return address and written description of the problem. (No P. O. Box plea

2Includes 16 Driver Selectable Features5 Operating Modes 11 General FeaturesNormal Mode Modifications ModeQuick-Start X Band (10.525 GHz) On/OffTech M

29AccessoriesIf you require any additional accessories,replacement accessories or any accessory which isnot included with your unit, call to order or

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List of Safety Warning System’” ( swsTM) Alerts 1) Work Zone Ahead 2) Road Closed Ahead/Follow Detour 3) Bridge Closed Ahead/Follow Detour 4) Highway

3 1) Stationary Emergency Vehicle Ahead 32) forfuture use CatePorv 3 33) High Wind Ahead 34) Severe Weather Ahead 35) Heavy Fog Ahead 36) High Water/F

1. Plug the unit into your vehicle’s cigar& lighter socket using the power cord. 2. Press PWR to turn the unit ON. 3. 940 will be in the

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This product reflects the commitment to innovation and leading edge techndogy ich has been the hallmark of BELTROIUKS for over 30 rs.

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33Table of ContentsProfile of Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Profile of Features1.PWR (Power/Start-Up Mode)Button: pressing and holding PWR will turn the unit on.Continuing to press the PWR button will scrollthr

57. Laser Optical Sensors: collect Laser signals from infront and behind.8.Audio Alert Speaker: all audible alerts and DigitalVoice Messages are emitt

state each time unit is turned on. Unit is ready foroperation and will display Radar, Laser and SWS™messages when signals are detected. QQ--SSTTAARRTT

7Whichever Operating mode you select, VECTOR 960 andVECTOR 940 will be in standby mode and ready todetect traffic Radar, Laser and SWS™signals. The di

To exit Tutorial Mode, press the PWR button and your unit will be on and ready to receive signals.Set and Forget MemoryAny time your unit is turned